Staff Accountant

DHD Consulting; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Norcross, Georgia is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage general accounting functions, including ledger operations, month-end closings, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in financial software including SAP Business 1. Fluency in Korean is a plus. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a surfaces manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Thorough knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete general ledger operations and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Administer and oversee accounts payable and prepare local tax computations.
• Assist with year-end closings and coordinate the audit process.

Skills

Fluency in Korean

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong problem solving skills

Advanced level with MS Word and Excel

Ability to handle confidential information

Tools

SAP Business 1

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the general accounting function maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account and bank reconciliations. Assisting with monthly closings, account analysis and supporting the Accounting Manager and CFO in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.

Responsibilities

• Complete general ledger operations
• Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
• Draw up monthly financial reports
• Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
• Assist with yearend closings
• Administer and oversee accounts payable
• Prepare local tax computations and returns
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts
• Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences
• Account/bank reconciliations
• Review and process expense reports
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
• Billings: Account Payables

Desired Qualifications and Attributes

• Prefer fluency in Korean, including writing skills, a plus
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner
• Eye for detail, accuracy is imperative
• Able to meet deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, and data analysis
• Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately
• Advanced level with MS Word and Excel
• SAP Business 1 knowledge preferred
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures
• Ability to type 50 wpm; advanced level 10 Key
• Experience in a surfaces manufacturing environment preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the USA

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions with moderate noise level from office machines.